He who tries to protect himself from deception is often cheated, even when most on his guard.

Bad conduct soils the finest ornament more than filth.

All men love themselves.

I am undone! I have smashed the waggon. [I have ruined all.]

Good courage in a bad affair is half of the evil overcome.

If you have overcome your inclination and not been overcome by it, you have reason to rejoice.

That man is worthless who knows how to receive a favor, but not how to return one.